Good Display Image2LCD Software Bitmap Conversion Instructions

Good Display Image2LCD Software Bitmap

Specifications:

• Supported ePaper images: Monochrome, Three-color, Four-color, Six-color, Seven-color
• Color table: Windows Color Table
• Output Data Types: Monochrome, 4-gray, 16-gray, 256-color grayscale
• Maximum Width and Height: Customizable to match screen resolution

Product Usage Instructions:

ePaper Image Creation:

When creating ePaper images, refer to the color table provided by the Paint software that comes with Windows. Create an image with the same resolution as the ePaper and save it in bmp or jpg format.

Note: For three-color ePaper images, split the image into two separate images: black-and-white and red-and-white.

An Introduction to ePaper Bitmap Conversion Software:

To convert ePaper bitmaps, use the Image2LCD software. Follow these steps:

1. Download the software from this link.
2. Install the software by running the .exe file.
3. Register the software using the provided registration code: 0000-0000-0000-0000-6A3B.
4. Import your prepared image into the software for conversion.
5. Adjust settings such as Output Data Type, Maximum Width and Height, and Color Inversion as needed.
6. Save the processed image data to your desired location.

ePaper List:

Click on an ePaper model to perform the corresponding bitmap conversion operation.

FAQ:

• Q: How can I create a three-color ePaper image?
  A: To create a three-color ePaper image, split the image into two separate images: black-and-white and red-and-white before converting it using the Image2LCD software.

• Q: What is the maximum grayscale mode supported by the software?
  A: The software supports up to 256-color grayscale for seven-color images.

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ePaper Image Creation

1. Monochrome ePaper image, including black and white
2. Three-color ePaper image, including black, white, and red or yellow ( )
3. Four-color ePaper image, including black, white, red, and yellow
4. Six-color ePaper image, including black, white, red, yellow, blue, and green
5. Seven-color ePaper image, including black, white, red, yellow, blue, green, and orange.
6. Windows Color Table When creating ePaper images, you can refer to the color table provided by the Paint
   software that comes with the Windows system. You need to create an image with the
   same resolution as the ePaper and save the image in bmp or jpg format.

Note: Before the picture production and bitmap conversion for a three- color ePaper image, it needs to be split into two separate images: black-and- white andred-and-white, as shown in the image below:

An Introduction to ePaper Bitmap Conversion Software

ePaper bitmap conversion can be done using the Image2LCD software. Download the
software from the following link:
(https://v4.cecdn.yun300.cn/100001_1909185148/image2lcd.zip).
After downloading and extracting the software, you will see three files. The file with the .exe format is the installation file, and the file with the .htm format contains the registration code. Double-click the .exe file to install the software. After the software is installed, click the “Register” button in the software and enter the registration code: 0000 -0000-0000-0000-6A3B to complete the software registration.

1. Image Import Button
   Import the prepared image into the software.

2. Image Display Interface
   Preview of imported images.

3. Image Preprocessing Interface
   Preview of image processing.

4. Image Information Panel
   Displays information such as resolution and name of the imported image.

5. Output Data Type
   Data type output after image processing.

6. Scan Mode
   Direction of image processing scanning, typically including horizontal and vertical scanning.

7. Output Gray Scale
   Image grayscale includes four modes: monochrome, 4-gray, 16-gray, and 256-color grayscale. For black and white images, choose monochrome; for black and white with red and yellow, choose 4-gray; for seven-color images, choose 256-color.

8. Maximum Width and Height
   Set the image resolution, typically matching the screen resolution. After entering the resolution parameters, click ”   ” to complete the setting

9. Scan Mirror Processing

10. Color Inversion
    Color inversion.****

11. Data Save
    Save image data, default save location is the C drive.

ePaper List

Note: Click on an ePaper model to jump to the corresponding bitmap  conversion operation.

1. Monochrome EPD

   • 0.97 inch：GDEM0097T61、GDEW0097T50
     1.02 inch：GDEW0102T4 、GDEW0102I4FC

   • 1.22 inch：GDEM0122T61

   • 1.54 inch：GDEY0154D67、GDEM0154I61、GDEY0154D90LT、GDEW0154T8D、 GDEW0154I9FC

   • 2.13 inch：GDEY0213B74、GDEY0213B75、GDEY0213D32LT、GDEM0213I61、 GDEW0213I5FD

   • 2.15 inch：GDEW0215T11

   • 2.66 inch：GDEY0266T90、GDEY0266T90H、GDEY0266D91LT

   • 2.7 inch：GDEY027T91、GDEW027W3

   • 2.9 inch：GDEY029T94、GDEY029D57LT、GDEW029I6FD

   • 3.1 inch：GDEQ031T10

   • 3.7 inch：GDEY037T03

   • 4.2 inch：GDEY042T81、GDEM042T31、GDEM042I31、GDEW042T2

   • 4.26 inch：GDEQ0426T82

   • 5.79 inch：GDEY0579T93

   • 5.83 inch：GDEY0583T81

   • 7.5 inch: GDEY075T7

   • 10.2 inch：GDEM102T91

   • 11.6 inch：GDEY116T91

   • 13.3 inch：GDEM133T91

2. Three-Color ePaper

   • 0.97 inch：GDEM0097Z61
   • 1.54 inch：GDEM0154Z90
   • 2.13 inch：GDEY0213Z98
   • 2.66 inch：GDEY0266Z90
   • 2.7 inch： GDEM027Z71、GDEW027C44
   • 2.9 inch：GDEY029Z95
   • 3.7 inch：GDEY037Z03
   • 4.2 inch：GDEY042Z98
   • 5.79 inch：GDEY0579Z93
   • 5.83 inch：GDEY0583Z31
   • 7.5 inch: GDEY075Z08
   • 10.2 inch：GDEM102Z91
   • 11.6 inch：GDEY116Z91
   • 13.3 inch：GDEM133Z91

3. Four-Color ePaper

   • 0.97 inch：GDEM0097F51
   • 1.54 inch：GDEY0154F51、GDEM00154F51H
   • 2.13 inch：GDEY0213F51
   • 2.66 inch：GDEY0266F51、GDEY0266F51H
   • 2.9 inch：GDEY029F51、GDEY029F51H
   • 3.5 inch：GDEM035F51
   • 3.7 inch：GDEM037F51、GDEM037F52
   • 4.2 inch：GDEM042F51
   • 7.5 inch：GDEM075F52
   • 10.2 inch：GDEM102F91

4. Six-Color ePaper

   • 4 inch：GDEP040E01
   • 7.3 inch：GDEP073E01

5. Seven-Color ePaper

   • 5.65 inch：GDEP0565D90
   • 7.3 inch：GDEY073D46

Steps for Bitmap Conversion of ePaper Images

Importing Images for ePaper Bitmap Conversion

Open the Image2LCD software, click the “ ” button, and import the image that needs bitmap conversion. The status information panel will then display the resolution andneeds bitmap conversion. The status information panel will then display the resolution and name of the imported image.
ePaper Bitmap Conversion Settings
Ultra Chip series IC models (referred to as UC): UC8151D, UC8253, UC8276, UC8179 etc
Solomon series IC models (referred to as SSD): SSD1680, SSD1681, SSD1677, SSD1683, etc.
Note: The width and height of the image should match those of the ePaper display
After setting the resolution, click ” ” to confirm.
Bitmap Conversion for UC Series Monochrome and Tricolor Paper

For monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays below 2.9 inch, you need to select”Vertical Scan,” “Monochrome,” “Scan Right to Left,” and “Reverse color.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaperdisplay, then click ” ” to confirm the settings
Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 0.97 inch：184×88
• 1.02 inch：128×80
• 1.54 inch：152×152
• 2.13 inch：212×104
• 2.15 inch：208×112
• 2.66 inch：296×152
• 2.7 inch：264×176
• 2.9 inch：296×128

Note 1 : After entering the image resolution parameters, click “ ” to confirm the settings.
Note 2: For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversion operation on both images.
For 3.1 inch and 3.7 inch monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays, select
“Vertical Scan,” “Monochrome,” and “Reverse color.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click ” ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 3.1 inch：320×240

3.7 inch：416×240 Note 1: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm the settings.
Note 2: For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversion operation on both images.
For 5.83 inch monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays, select “Horizontal Scan” and “Monochrome.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click
”  ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”. 5.83 inch：648 x480 Note 1: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm the settings.
Note 2: For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversionoperation on both images.
For 4.2 inch and 7.5 inch monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays, select “Horizontal Scan,” “Monochrome,” and “Reverse color.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click ”  ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click “   ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.c”.

4.2 inch：400×300

• 7.5 inch：800×480 ****
• Note 1: After entering the image resolution parameters, click “   ” to confirm the settings.
• Note 2: For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversion operation on both images

Bitmap Conversion for SSD Series Monochrome and Tri-color ePaper
For monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays below 2.9 inches, select “Vertical Scan,” “Monochrome,” and “Reverse color.” Set the resolution corresponding to the Paper display, then click “A” to confirm the settings. Finally, click “B” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 0.97 inch：184×88
• 1.22 inch：176×192
• 1.54 inch low resolution：152×152，1.54 inch high resolution：200×200
• 2.13 inch low resolution：212×104，2.13 inch high resolution：250×122
• 2.66 inch low resolution：296×152，2.66 inch high resolution：360×184
• 2.7 inch：264×176

2.9 inch low resolution：296×128，2.9 inch high resolution：384×168 Note 1: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm the settings.
Note 2 : For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversion operation on both images.
For monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays above 4.2 inch (excluding 4.26 inch and 5.79 inch), select “Horizontal Scan,” “Monochrome,” “Scan Bottom to Top,” and “Reverse color.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click ”  ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 4.2 inch：400×300

• 10.2 inch：960×640

• 11.6 inch：960×640

• 13.3 inch：960×680

• Note 1: After entering the image resolution parameters, click “   ” to confirm the settings.

• Note 2: For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversion operation on both images.

•  For 4.26 inch monochrome ePaper displays, select “Horizontal Scan,” “Monochrome,” “Scan Right to Left,” and “Reverse color.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click ” ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click “ ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 4.26 inch：800×480

• Note: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm thesettings.4）

• For 5.79 inch monochrome and tricolor ePaper displays, select “Horizontal Scan,”

• “Monochrome,” “Scan Right to Left,” and “Scan Bottom to Top.” Set the resolution

• corresponding to the ePaper display, then click “ ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click”  to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

  • 5.79 inch：800×272

• Note 1: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ”  ” to confirm the settings.

• Note 2: For tri-color ePaper with black, white, and red, one image needs to be split into two images: black-and-white and red-and-white. Perform the same bitmap conversion operation on both images.

Four-Color ePaper Bitmap Conversion

For four-color ePaper displays below 3.7 inch, select “Vertical Scan,” “4 Color,” and “Scan Right to Left.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click” ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 0.97 inch：184×88
• 1.54 inch low resolution：152×152，1.54 inch high resolution：200×200
• 2.13 inch：250×122
• 2.66 inch low resolution：296×152，2.66 inch high resolution：360×184
• 2.9 inch low resolution：296×128，2.9 inch high resolution：384×168
• 3.5 inch：384×184
• 3.7 inch：416×240
• Note: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm the settings.

For four-color ePaper displays above 4.2 inch, select “Horizontal Scan,” “4 Color,” and “Scan Right to Left.” Set the resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click” ” to confirm the settings. Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array andsave it with the extension “.C”.

• 4.2 inch：400×300
• 5.83 inch：648×480
• 7.5 inch：800×480
• 10.2 inch：960×640
• 13.3 inch：960×680
• Note : After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm the settings.

Six-Color ePaper Bitmap Conversion

• For six-color ePaper displays, select “Horizontal Scan” and “256 Color.” Set the  resolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click ”  ” to confirm the settings.
• Finally, click “ ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.
• 4 inch：600×400
• 7.3 inch：800×480
• Note: After entering the image resolution parameters, click ” ” to confirm the settings.
  Seven-Color ePaper Bitmap Conversion

For seven-color ePaper displays, select “Horizontal Scan” and “256 Color.” Set theresolution corresponding to the ePaper display, then click ” ” to confirm the settings.
Finally, click ” ” to convert the image to an array and save it with the extension “.C”.

• 5.65 inch：600×448
• 7.3 inch：800×480

Array Replacement in Driver Program
Replace the arrays from the “.C ” file into the corresponding arrays in the “Ap_29demo.h” file in the driver program. Ensure that the array names match those in the main function. Recompile the program and download it to the microcontroller.www.good-display.com

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